The Mayor of London £12m AI Programme for London's SMEs. Here's what's on offer - 

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EPISODE DESCRIPTION:
In June, the Mayor of London announced a £12 million programme to help small and medium-sized businesses adopt AI. In this solo episode, we break down what was actually announced, why the money is being spent, what hasn't been made public yet, and what you can do right now without waiting for anyone's permission.

IN THIS EPISODE:
- The facts: £4m a year for three years, run by London & Partners
- What's on offer: readiness assessments, mentoring, workshops, tailored guidance
- The gap: nearly two thirds of SMEs say AI is critical, but only 16% use it
- What we don't know yet: how to apply, who qualifies, and when it opens
- The bigger picture: around £30m of AI training and support across London
- Five steps to prepare your business this week

KEY TAKEAWAYS:
1. It's £12m over three years (£4m a year), delivered by London & Partners.
2. It's practical support, not cash grants.
3. No public sign-up details yet, so prepare in advance.
4. Underrepresented founders are an explicit priority of the wider strategy.
5. Start small: map your time-wasters, pick one workflow, set a data rule.

LINKS:
- City Hall announcement: https://www.london.gov.uk/mayor-unveils-ps12m-ai-support-package-help-londons-small-businesses-boost-productivity-and-growth
- London & Partners: https://www.londonandpartners.com/
- Newsletter : https://ealingspotlight.com/explore
- Iroma Media: [email protected]

DISCLAIMER:
This episode is general information, not legal or financial advice. Programme details may change, so always check official sources.